This is the time of year for graduations, and at Farm Bureau, we congratulate our own graduating class of Developing Agents who are now full-time agents! These steps aren’t taken lightly, and the effort our Developing Agents make shows a commitment to serve their communities and run their own businesses. So, let’s take a moment to high-five our graduates and find out what it takes to become full-time agents with Farm Bureau.
What Is a Developing Agent?
Once you are accepted to train to become a Farm Bureau agent, you are designated as a Developing Agent for Farm Bureau Financial Services. Don’t worry, initially you can keep your day job, so you can take some time to find out what running your own business is like and decide if it is the right path for you. Developing Agents work on commission — Farm Bureau will support you during the early years, providing an opportunity to get immersed in the world of business without major risk.
What Happens When I Graduate?
Once you complete the Developing Agent Program, you are ready to become a contracted agent! Luckily, Developing Agents graduate to full-time agents every month, so you can start the application process at any time of the year. The skills you learn as a Developing Agent will guide you through the beginnings of running your own Farm Bureau business and set you up for success!
Can I Be a Developing Agent?
Those who succeed as a Developing Agent and Farm Bureau agent have a specific set of qualities that set them apart from other people. Those who successfully graduate from being a Developing Agent have a drive to help their community members by protecting what’s most important to them. The ideal candidate to become a Farm Bureau agent possesses the following attributes and qualities:
- An entrepreneurial spirit
- Business acumen
- A competitive nature
- Computer skills
- High energy
- Coachable
- Ability to invest in building a business
What Support Will I Receive as a Developing Agent?
Farm Bureau is ready and willing to help you as you build a business as a Farm Bureau agent. When you begin the Developing Agent process, you will develop business and sales skills to help you cultivate client/members and learn the ins and outs of managing your own time as a business owner. Additionally, Developing Agents can feel confident that a seasoned agent, manager or trainer will assist you through our joint work approach.
Become a Developing Agent
Our Developing Agents work hard to be the best agents for their community! If this sounds like a great opportunity and you can see yourself graduating with flying colors, contact us to get started.